S2 E10 The Cosplay Crunch W/ Matthew Barry


Make way for British Royalty! Well… he does at LEAST have a crown! On this episode of the Cosplay Crunch, we invite Matthew Barry onto the show to bring us all things UK cosplay! From Matthew's personal journey into the world of conventions to the skills he developed along the way to his first contest, we explore the challenges and joys of creating costumes, the importance of personal health, and the impact of winning prestigious competitions like the C2E2 Global Cosplay Championship. Matthew shares his profound and unique journey through the cosplay community, detailing the emotional highs and lows of competition, the burden of expectations, and the importance of community and friendship. We highlight the innovations he explored in his craft, particularly in electroplating techniques, and reflects on the lessons learned from both success and failure. We talk about conventions like C2E2 and Japan Weekend Madrid, reflect on the evolution of his storytelling through photography, and the importance of community and connections in the cosplay world. Matthew emphasizes the significance of believing in oneself and others, highlighting the love and support that defines the cosplay culture.

Matthew is a competitive cosplayer from the UK; Having represented his country twice consecutively and, most recently, having won the Crown Championship of cosplay in April 2024. While his greatest passions are in leather work and metal work, he is well versed in all the fundamentals and believes in experimentation, innovation, and having fun making what you love.

Find Matthew on Instagram @matthew__barry

Photo by @chloecat.cosplay

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